ummm. GREAT BODY POSITION

[sdtraviesosd]

http://www.rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?EventID=107&index=86

[ireimers]

Since I dragged my knee for the first time a couple weeks ago, I've learned that you can definitely focus on trying to drag your knee too much (simply because it's exciting)... This to is focusing way too much on trying to drag his knee.

[thehowchow]

lol, this is a haters thread

someone post pics of joe with his suit/hiking boots on

[j6shin]

oh wow....

[Typerr10]

I've seen worse!!! Let it come down naturally...

[shaggy]

I don't get it, he's not trying to hard...yeah, he's hanging his azz pretty far out there but then again, so does hopkins on a motogp bike. this guy just looks funny cause he's not geting his upper body off. He has an old school style, nothing wrong with that...

[GetnJgyWitit]

I don't get it, he's not trying to hard...yeah, he's hanging his azz pretty far out there but then again, so does hopkins on a motogp bike. this guy just looks funny cause he's not geting his upper body off. He has an old school style, nothing wrong with that...

I've seen some super fast people ride like that. Probably don't get many style points, but it is the old school way!

[mieff]

he's got a pretty good mick doohan impersonation. :thumbsup:

[spewmonkey]

:popcorn:

[flare]

lol, this is a haters thread

someone post pics of joe with his suit/hiking boots on

i've gotta see this. haha

[sdtraviesosd]

someone post up the pics of joe! haha

[hhakana]

http://www.rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?PhotoID=7451&EventID=107

this got has the idea.

[mill916]

I don't get it, he's not trying to hard...yeah, he's hanging his azz pretty far out there but then again, so does hopkins on a motogp bike. this guy just looks funny cause he's not geting his upper body off. He has an old school style, nothing wrong with that...

+1 Some body positions work better for others.

Lookin' "good" doesn't mean you're fast. Being "fast" doesn't mean you ride well.

I'm ugly and slow...I'm just happy I'm in one piece.:nerd:

[shaggy]

http://www.rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?PhotoID=7451&EventID=107

this got has the idea.


could you please explain to me why this guys form is better than the first guys?

[Hof-Rock]

Thanks!

[thehowchow]

could you please explain to me why this guys form is better than the first guys?

Since no one wanted to answer, here's one: like you said earlier, the first guy just isn't getting his upper body off. But then again, I agree with you, it really doesn't matter does it.

[hhakana]

could you please explain to me why this guys form is better than the first guys?

I was just joking. I'll give it a shot tho, its not the greatest form that i'm normally use to seeing but his spine isnt parallel, he's looking thru the turn, looks like he has a set anchor point riding style is diff from track and street.....i don't know different rider,style, maybe comfortable for em'. :hammer: my .02

[wanderer]

Ok, Ok, my buddies down at National City Motorcycles just brought to my attention I was getting flamed by some squid with a silver R6 on Hypercycles, so naturally I had to come to my own rescue. If this particular kid were to ride behind me up the mountain (cause he sure wouldn't be in front of me...) instead of crusing around the mall parking lot, he might notice with a little bit of work, I can get that 600 to slide around slightly. I shift my weight down as far as I can to be able to counter highsides if I gain traction a little too quick. I doubt he would understand what the hell I'm talking about though... ;)

ummmm ya

[Disco]

Dude, no disrespect, but that body positioning is awful. I think even Doohan would cringe at this. Your arms have got to be super tense on the handlebars to hold yourself up like that. This style is really going to limit you as far as being able to get faster.

Just look at this angle...
http://www.rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?PhotoID=7498&EventID=107

On the track this would not work. You have to be able to move around effortlessly on the bike and make smooth transitions. Also, this style is really going to limit how low you can get the bike and how fast you can get around a turn. You would be dragging a$$ while other guys are zooming around you on the outside. With that position, you would also have a problem with exit speed.

[sandogn]

Here's is how I roll. Perfect form....

http://a558.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/6/l_bde13e469fd432654006d8ccd28d9695.gif

[Typerr10]

I just realized that he's one of my neighbor's...ooh Blyth...

GO Motoprix!!!

[flare]

forget draggin knees. its all about draggin elbows!

[Crash716]

actually on the street that isn't bad...less lean angle on the bike and allows him more braking mid corner if something happens....there isn't anyone on this sight that couldn't have thier form critiqued to pieces...ultimitally its all about what is comfortable for you...do you know if that guy is fast?

[1badboyy]

What's up Brian! Can you believe I'm gettin flamed for how I ride dude??? lol... haha oh well, some guys spend more time on the computer "chatting" about riding than actually doing it! Oh hey! I will have the Aprilia done for this weekend! Stop by bro!

[qdbike]

My very first time on paly, i was hangin off the same way. Once I got to the track and "perfected" my form, I didn't feel much of a difference between having my shoulders over the tank or completely off the side [given the tush is already off the seat]. I did feel a lot smoother with the latter, and felt the bike transition better into the turn rather than upsetting it with my booty goin everywhere. Maybe that's just how I roll :thumbsup:

[Crash716]

What's up Brian! Can you believe I'm gettin flamed for how I ride dude??? lol... haha oh well, some guys spend more time on the computer "chatting" about riding than actually doing it! Oh hey! I will have the Aprilia done for this weekend! Stop by bro!

settle down dude... if your not accepting of a little constructive criticism from your fellow riders...(some probably faster than you) you will get stagnet and eventually go down due to rider error as you progressively get faster...just cause your fast (or your idea of it) on pally doesn't mean you're all that...like i said...we could ALL take a little advice on our riding.

[spewmonkey]

settle down dude... if your not accepting of a little constructive criticism from your fellow riders...(some probably faster than you) you will get stagnet and eventually go down due to rider error as you progressively get faster...just cause your fast (or your idea of it) on pally doesn't mean you're all that...like i said...we could ALL take a little advice on our riding.

+1, When you are an expert possibilities are limited, keep the mind of a beginner; possibilities are unlimited.

Riding with your ego ensures that you will ride alone.

It's been a long time since I've seen the streets as a place to compete for anything with one exception: Tickets of which I have none.

I don't know what 'Arm Chair' riding is.

[flare]

+1, When you are an expert possibilities are limited, keep the mind of a beginner; possibilities are unlimited.

Riding with your ego ensures that you will ride alone.

It's been a long time since I've seen the streets as a place to compete for anything with one exception: Tickets of which I have none.

I don't know what 'Arm Chair' riding is.

+infinity

i'm always open and receptive to advise and criticisms alike. doesn't matter if its coming from someone younger or older, faster or slower, cuz it'll all contribute into making me a better rider.

[mieff]

:popcorn:

[nocontrol]

:popcorn:

[spewmonkey]

:popcorn:

:eek: :hammer: :rifle: :squid: But that's O.K. you're :thumbsup: in my book.

[nocontrol]

:runforit:

[ireimers]

I'm in too!
:popcorn:

[MotoFuzzle]

:ninja: I like cake!

[Crash716]

you guys are funny,....i don't see any fighting here!!!

[MotoFuzzle]

you guys are funny,....i don't see any fighting here!!!

<whispering>That's why it's funny</whispering>:whistle:

[Typerr10]

How bout them dodgers...

[spewmonkey]

How bout them dodgers...

Yeah, the Dodgers Suk!! :roflmao:

[Dissident]

FWIW, with no comment against this particular pic.. You don't want to LOWER your weight by hanging off; that actually requires you to lean the bike MORE. You want to shift weight INWARD towards the corner, which lets you lean the bike less. Yup, it's true.

hmmm, yeah, looks the same:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v715/dissident007/332434-1697795-458-238.jpg

[GetnJgyWitit]

I think it depends on the corner too. Same rider, different body positioning. http://dmtimaging.com/John%20Hopkins.jpg

dope pic!
http://www.motorfreaks.nl/fsget.php?id=18182


FWIW, with no comment against this particular pic.. You don't want to LOWER your weight by hanging off; that actually requires you to lean the bike MORE. You want to shift weight INWARD towards the corner, which lets you lean the bike less. Yup, it's true.

hmmm, yeah, looks the same:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v715/dissident007/332434-1697795-458-238.jpg

[Typerr10]

good point getnjgywitit, but maybe he has improved during the years...cuz wasn't that 03-04 when he was w/ redbull? and 06-07 with rizla a.k.a. paper...haha

[Crash716]

i think you would all be better off using me as a case study....i mean hopper....really? he hasn't even got on the podium yet!!!

[Typerr10]

i think you would all be better off using me as a case study....i mean hopper....really? he hasn't even got on the podium yet!!!
...sighs...Mr. Ramona...getterdone! HA!

[Lost]

i think you would all be better off using me as a case study....i mean hopper....really? he hasn't even got on the podium yet!!!


Lol, i thought he podiumed that rain race like 2 years ago?

At a track day level or club level, i think alot of bad body positioning can be "ok".

As much as we look up to the moto gp riders, i think that their body positioning is probablly too extreme for regular riders to try to imitate.

Last point is that different bikes are set up to be ridden differently. A great example is my 03 r6 VS my 06 r6. Totally different ergos and they are ridden totally differently as far as body positioning.


All that being said.. That dude has terrible body positioning!! Looks like he fell off the bike and is trying to climb back on!! :roflmao:

[Dissident]

both pics, ass still on the bike, spine pretty much straight, and body into the turn, not onto the gruond.

[Crash716]

both pics, ass still on the bike, spine pretty much straight, and body into the turn, not onto the gruond.

so pretty much like my form is what your saying...pretty sure i am ready for MOTOGP:roflmao: .

[GetnJgyWitit]

The guy does look like he is falling off.

[flare]

MCN's video on how to get your knee down

http://youtube.com/watch?v=QCg3BMGe52M

oh those silly brits, peeking around people's doors. :roflmao:

but dropping the shoulder makes a lotta sense.

[1badboyy]

Oh, it's all good. I love getting criticized (I definetly need it!). But, the guy that started the post just came off a total ****. Like he's got all the great ideas... I don't care if somebody goes around corner doing a handstand, what ever floats your boat. But to go and rip on somebody you don't even know and for reasons that are completely personal preference... kimme a break...
Here's a pic of Mick. I rest my case. It's all about FLOW.

http://www.vf750fd.com/motorbikes/doohan/doohan2.jpg

Hey QUEENA! I want my cd's girl!!!! Grab your man and come check out my shop sometime!

[mrdangle]

hey guys how about this guy???

http://www.caliphotography.com/photography/04-03-Buttonwillow-The%20track%20club/A/1%20pm/slides/CP__4294.html

[GetnJgyWitit]

hey guys how about this guy???

http://www.caliphotography.com/photography/04-03-Buttonwillow-The%20track%20club/A/1%20pm/slides/CP__4294.html

What about him? He races AFM and is fast as hell!

[coronagolf]

http://rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?EventID=111&index=93

Okay!! This dude is riding old school, and the dude in this picture above I saw smoking the guy we're bashing all last weekend.... I dunno, I think they may be right about those transitions bro, remember the S section.... hahahah! Had to get mine in too! I think you're faster than me, we'll find out this weekend.

[mrdangle]

What about him? He races AFM and is fast as hell!

was kinda referring to his body position. he could just drag his elbow :shocked:

[coronagolf]

Sorry bro, just figured out how to work around this site.

[1badboyy]

mrdangle, that guys going to need some elbow pucks...
coronagolf, I know that guy in the picture you linked! Sad story really... He lives up in Hillcrest. Spent $1200 on a custom "rainbow" paint job for some parade he was in, Pride Parade, or something like that. Well some dudes from El Cajon saw his bike and carved some homosexual profanity all over it :( Needless to say, all he could do was break out the rustoleum and spray can his bike. If you see him up on Paly, stay clear (he's always got some weird rash around his mouth...)

[coronagolf]

To the dude on the Green bike, our subject of discussion... I do believe that I saw your bike lying on its side on Friars Rd?? it probably had something to do with some hot Asian chick and a curb.... I dunno, just a thought.

[GetnJgyWitit]

He does have elbow pucks
http://4theriders.com/pics/afm/r8_wuttonbillow/333/IMG_1025.jpg

[1badboyy]

Yes, BOTH eyes should be focused on the corner of and off ramp young shepard, NOT the little asian hottie in Honda next to you...
damn...

[GPTECHMAN]

mrdangle, that guys going to need some elbow pucks...
coronagolf, I know that guy in the picture you linked! Sad story really... He lives up in Hillcrest. Spent $1200 on a custom "rainbow" paint job for some parade he was in, Pride Parade, or something like that. Well some dudes from El Cajon saw his bike and carved some homosexual profanity all over it :( Needless to say, all he could do was break out the rustoleum and spray can his bike. If you see him up on Paly, stay clear (he's always got some weird rash around his mouth...)
Please keep your comments regarding sexual orientation to yourself, they are not wanted here and are not appropriate. This is in regards to your rash comment if you are not clear on what I am referring to. Thanks and have a nice day :)

[coronagolf]

Yes, BOTH eyes should be focused on the corner of and off ramp young shepard, NOT the little asian hottie in Honda next to you...
damn...

Yes once again the Shepard does know that one little fact.... Eyes on the road looking thru the corner, not some broads top!! Oh yeah! Did you see your little post a couple up?? hahaha.:bringit:

[Crash716]

http://rickclemson.com/Photo_Details.asp?EventID=111&index=93

.... I think you're faster than me, we'll find out this weekend.

Not like i am a founding member of this site or anything....but we don't exactly condone taking it to the road to figure out who is faster...

Maybe,...just maybe you guys shouldn't go to palomar to settle this debate. Not that i am concerned for you guys...cause you're obvoiusly pros, but what about the other guys up there minding thier own business when one of you runs it wide "stuffing" each other into turn whatever at Palomar?

Take that behavior to the track!!!

[mieff]

Not like i am a founding member of this site or anything....but we don't exactly condone taking it to the road to figure out who is faster...

Maybe,...just maybe you guys shouldn't go to palomar to settle this debate. Not that i am concerned for you guys...cause you're obvoiusly pros, but what about the other guys up there minding thier own business when one of you runs it wide "stuffing" each other into turn whatever at Palomar?

Take that behavior to the track!!!

+1000000000

[nocontrol]

:popcorn: IBTL!

[Crash716]

:popcorn: IBTL!


ohh ohhhh i am before the lock too!!

[coronagolf]

Just all good fun between neighbors... I should probably stop now before he rides around the corner and detunes my bike while I'm at work..... Yep, that would be bad.

[Disco]

I want to see pics of the rainbow paintjob.

[coronagolf]

No pics of that, hard to put mental images onto computers.... I'm done in here, I had my fun. Far stuffing someone in a corner, we both have lap timers if we were serious aout it. I'm cool to wait until Buttonwillow. Should be fun!

[GetnJgyWitit]

Lap timers on Pally! Heck ya!!!!
Can you guys do pop a whoolies too!?

[johnmessmore]

i cant believe this thread is still going any body here about my low side on pally sunday i was on my motard:stupid:

[1badboyy]

I wasn't discriminating anyone's sexual orienation first of all. You must have been reading way too deep into that thread bro, I have no problem with gay's, in fact, any give weekend you might find me gettin my trance on at Rich's with my shirt off! Second, I'm no pro, far from it... Third, rustoleum boy up there's talkin 'bout lap timers not me. Fourth, I don't ride "wheelies", grow up. Um fifth, damn, forgot what i was gonna say... probebly not important anyways... Oh yeah, fifth, Chris don't forget your bike is right out where I can get my sneaky little fingers on it and I may just have to armor all your tires for you! ( I can't wait to hear what their gonna say 'bout that...)

[GetnJgyWitit]

Well 1 badboyy you obviously can't read sarcasm. It's cool, that mistake can happen, but don't act like you have never done a wheelie! LOL See you at pally on saturday.

[GPTECHMAN]

I wasn't discriminating anyone's sexual orienation first of all.

Chill out dude. You are a noobie here and your sarcasm towards your buddy is not known. It is in your best interest please stay on the topics of motorcycles...there are plenty of other forums that will allow you to deviate on such tangents. This is not one of them.

Enjoy your stay and ride safe :)

[ireimers]

:popcorn: Is it over?!?

... I was gettin full since Pg. 3

[coronagolf]

Not yet... NO Amour All bro. I'm done for reals, NO wheelies and NO lap timers, just good times with friends and a camera, check out www.myspace.com/coronagolf for a video of the weekend on Monday. Take it easy guys.

If anyone wants to ride Palomar on Sunday meet at Villa Dorado Apts (across from MV Costco) at 10a on Sunday morning, give me a call 858 354 0684 (Chris). Laters.